Phaedropsis stictigramma

Hampson, 1912

Phaedropsis stictigramma is a crambid described by Hampson in 1912. Its larvae are stem borers in sea grape (Coccoloba uvifera), a coastal plant. are active primarily during warmer months in Florida and occur year-round in tropical parts of its range.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Phaedropsis stictigramma: /faɪˈdrɒpsɪs stɪktɪˈɡræmə/

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Habitat

Coastal areas where plant Coccoloba uvifera (sea grape) grows; associated with beachfront and dune vegetation.

Distribution

West Indies (Bahamas, Cuba, Hispaniola), Florida, and Central America including Panama.

Seasonality

on wing April to August and October in Florida; likely continuous in tropical regions.

Diet

Larvae feed on stems of Coccoloba uvifera.

Host Associations

  • Coccoloba uvifera - larval food plantlarvae bore into stems

More Details

Taxonomic history

Originally described by George Hampson in 1912. Placed in Spilomelinae within Crambidae.

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